Bani has quickly become my families go to for lunch/ take out. The owner and staff are so welcoming and friendly, the food is always incredibly fresh, and the portions are generous! You can expect a cafeteria style- make your own plate set up with the option for sit down service. My family is Italian-American, but there hasn't been a single menu item that we have tried that we have not loved. If you live in Roslindale, or you're just passing through and looking for a solid balanced meal- Bani is where you need to go! read more

The food was very delicious! I have been missing the DR so much and it was just what I needed. The flavor was right, the portions are great! The service was excellent, very friendly, you feel like home here and the ambiance shows it, you step in and feels like you are in the DR. Even my boyfriend who is from the US enjoyed his food even though he never had mangú before. read more

Bani Restaurant - Mangú con los tres golpes - Latin American Near Me - Roslindale, Massachusetts

Came in from Texas and stopped in at Bani on our way to our hotel. Girls were so sweet and helpful. I've never tried Dominican food before and I'm so glad I did. It was delicious. They even whipped up some grilled chicken for my friend who was unsure about the menu options. (It can get overwhelming ordering new food!) Thank yall! read more

"Hi! I highly recommend this place [ BANI RESTAURANT ]. The food is simply delicious, the dishes are exquisite and the atmosphere is charming. Thank you very much for your attention BLESSINGS read more

The Bacalao, rice, beans, avocado, and sweet plantains were some of the best I've had in Boston. I came in early in the morning got a piping hot flavorful plate that is making me want to fall asleep. The service was great too, the lady was attentive and made sure we had everything we needed despite a bit of a language barrier. On top of that the place was spotless very clean you can see your reflection on the floor. definitely coming back for some more. Wish I had pictures but I tore that plate up fast. read more

Nothing bad to say about the staff but the food isn't that good to me the food isn't that tasty rice is bland

They were nice even if driver wasn't polite enough to left msg that food had arrived neither the app . But this is about the food and that was good even if turnovers looked kind of pale, had kind of a sauce situation that wasn't exactly nice since I like the filling to be not dried but not extra juicy neither. Liked that Dough was crunchy and tasty. Filling had a nice flavor also. It's why I rate it 4 in gral was good just for me an extra minute will have let it on perfect color in the outside and maybe less juicy in the inside. Delivery was mostly what expected as I said just need it the heads up to pick it up as delivered . read more

I recommend the Caribbean chicken, rice, okra. Perfect lunch! The meat falls right off the bone; and the chicken is delicious. Very nice people working here. Parking available. read more

Love this place when I'm craving a full Dominican breakfast! It's perfect and also delicious!! read more

Bani Restaurant - Latin American Near Me - Roslindale, Massachusetts

Place absolutely slaps. If I lived nearby I would be here everyday. Get the stewed beef and fried plantains

These 3 stars are no way to scare you away from this restaurant. I really enjoy coming here, the food is great and the service is super friendly. But, there's always room for improvement I say. Bani is a small establishment, about 8-10 tables plus counter take out service. The food here is authentic dominican/latin food. They have a full menu made to order but they also have pastellios/beef empanadas, papa rellenos (fried potatoes filled with beef) and other prepared food ready for take out. My favorite here is the white rice, beans, bistec encebollado (steak and grilled onions). Ask for a side of maduros (sweet fried plantains). This all comes with a house salad with beets in vinegar and oil dressing. All this food is for about under $15 and will feed two people. I usually take a doggy bag and that's a full lunch for the next day. I recommend ordering the pina colada to wash it all down. So good! One gripe about this place is the service. The times I've gone there's only been one person taking orders, serving, and handling the take out counter. It can get a little busy during dinner hours and the weekends. You might have to wait a bit if you need something. I won't say it's the best latin food in Boston but it's consistent and the food is good. I feel like the price is a bit high. I can go to another bigger latin restaurant and get the same food for about $1 or $2 less and a better presentation but like I said, the people are just so nice and you taste the love they put into their food. Also, I need to support my latinos and small business owners. :) read more

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My ratings is based on the Mangu breakfast, was made PERFECTLY, generous portions and seasons perfectly, didn't need salt or anything added. Pastellios on point too, legit Dominican cuisine near Westie, happy to have discovered it! read more

Bani Restaurant - Mangu with the queso, eggs and salami, onions on point, about $10 and did the trick! - Latin American Near Me - Roslindale, Massachusetts

It was on our way home so we had to stop by and try. The service was excellent. The food was a little too salty for my taste. We had the chicken empanada, beans and rice, goat, chicken, and pulled pork. The taste was good, just a little salty as I mentioned. read more

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The pastelitos are definitely one of the best I tasted. Not salty nor greasy, (there are some that are very salty and the grease is leaking out). I also bought the chicken and pernil mofongo. Wow! They are the best. Again not salty and lots of meat. Was hesitant to try this place out, but im very glad I did. Don't think twice just go! Lol read more

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they sell little ass plates for $8 than try to fill it up with mad rice and 2 pieces of meat , I DO NOT RECOMMEND THIS PLACE AT ALL TO ANYONE , they barely even get business , I lived near this place 30 plus years and the prices just keep getting higher read more

The food was not good the price is not what it shows in the menu pictures. Doesn't taste like authentic Dominican food don't waste your money or time. read more

Definitely recommend the fried yucca , very tasty!!! Food cooked to order , but there are also window items!!! The woman who served me in the day was fabulous and I'll admit I w not back later for more her daughter served us both times received excellent customer service. Fried fish and rice was good too! read more

The customer service was amazing the The restaurant was very clean and the food was delicious the red beans were amazing!

Whoa! Always said i was gunna stop and try the food here but didnt untill tonight! I got a goat meat plate with dominican rice & plantain, VERY GOOD. Born here in America but Father Jamaican as EVER! FULL BLOODED! So because of him i KNOW MY GOAT! always associated goat with Jamaica Never once taking in the fact they say "difference between the DR, Haiti, Jamaica ect is only a boat stop!" Yall did the Goat justice lol will be back! read more

If you want authentic Dominican food- this is the spot. Food is always fresh. The Mangu is always on point. This is my go to- when I don't want to cook! read more

I'm white af. Place didn't have a menu up so I had to skulk around to find one. However this place was piff city. Chicarones were ON POINT. Just eat here for christ sake. read more

Bani has the best pastelitos in the area! The yellow rice is cooked perfect & the beef stew melts in your mouth. The food is always fresh and like it comes from your own kitchen. read more

Never know what to expect here... I recommend calling ahead if you're craving something because there's always something on the menu that they don't have. read more

Food is good and staff is friendly. Would've given 4 stars but reason for 3 starts they allow dogs inside the restaurant which is gross and affects people with allergies and asthma. If it was a service dog fine but it clearly wasn't. read more

Nice spot in the heart of Roslindale. I have been a customer for years, and it never disappoints. Great Dominican food, and the staff is pleasant. read more

This place is quickly becoming one of my favorite spots. Friendly staff and delicious food! I typically have the stewed chicken with a side of maduros and the portions are huge. Very easily split between two people. I'm not Dominican and hardly speak any Spanish so I was a little intimidated at first but everyone who works here is so friendly and welcoming. read more

If your looking for authentic Latin-Caribean food this is the place. You can't go wrong with anything on the menu. My favorite is the white rice and red beans with skirt steak drenched in a red sauce. (trans.. Arroz blanco y habichuelas con bistec en salsa). Ask for 1 order of the above and for $10 dollars you can feed two grown adults, as there is always two steaks included in the order. The place is clean and does have seating, but I only order take out. read more

Place is okay used to order from here all the time, not so much now. Food is not to bad. Dont ask for delivery because you will wait a LONG time to get it. I would pick it up. read more

Ok , so its in on a hill that FACES BOston on Washington ST in Roslindale , and plenty of parking for stopover and great warm Dominican/ Puerto Rican/ Carribbean Flair, I tried the CHicken Fried Pieces and /fried Pork dishes, they were served FRESH and country with special touch of Lime on the side, so you can moisten the meat , DELICIOUS and what a great way to serve , my wife from HOng Kong was impressed as she never had it carribbean style... we went on to try to Oxtail soup and Patica soup , again , very traditional flair with all the Recaito and Cilantro like herbs that make your mouth water, ok so I am hungry , looking to try their King fish in curry sauce and go back for more of those Fried should pork thngs , my wife ate them all! Oh did i tell you they make carribbean flavored shakes, gotta try that ! read more

HORRIBLE. Basically if you are craving food that has been sitting around and refried which makes it the consistency of leather, this is the place for you. Fried pork strips- thin, over fried & dry. The kingfish, which is usually juicy and flavorful was fried so long that I could actually physically knock on it, the fish was so dry that it was like chewing on cotton balls, those sad little limes thrown in couldn't rehydrate the fish even if 20 limes had been thrown in. When we called to let them know, we were told "then tell me not to fry it so long." Really? I should have never strayed from the always on point Latino Restaurant in JP. Never will again. Not even worth a star. read more

if i could give a negative star i would. this place is so gross. the staff is rude. the food they sell sits allday. day old rice burnt beef. do not recommend this place to noone!!!!!! read more

I am surprised nobody has reviewed this place being that it is right on the main street in Rozzie. It is a small Dominican restaurant. The type of place that is kinda counter service, kinda table service. There is 1 person waiting on the counter etc but she will bring your food and drinks over to a table. Unfortunately the second there was more than 1 table it got crazy. I had Goat Stew which was delicious, the flavor very reminiscent of Jamaican food actually. My fiance had the fried pork chops which were way overcooked and unbelievably salty. They have a decent menu but I found it a bit pricey for the quality of the restaurant. From what I understood a lot of the items on the menu are only available on specific days, that is not indicated anywhere until you order and they just say, "nope don't have it." All in all it is fine for a quick takeout place that we can walk to but not somewhere I would go out of my way to dine. read more